The Masaya Volcano, located just outside the colonial city of Granada, Nicaragua, may be one of the most accessible volcanoes in the Americas. Unlike the more classic style volcanoes, the formation of this low-level volcano allows one to arrive directly to the mouth of the constantly active crater by vehicle, although cars that make their way up to the top are encouraged to park facing outwards in case an emergency evacuation is required.

Masaya Volcano. Courtesy of Brendan van Son

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